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The film, Don’t Cry, Butterfly , was highlighted during a panel discussion, ‘Opportunities and Challenges of Europe-Asia Co-productions,’ which delved into the intricacies of cross-border filmmaking. The session was part of the Producers Connect program at FILMART, concluding last Thursday. Singapore’s Momo Film Co. managing director and producer, Si En Tan, shared insights into the movie’s production, describing it as a collaborative effort between Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines. This intentional choice of co-producers from the region, Tan explained, was driven by a desire to harness a shared understanding of culture and foster trust. “There was an immediate comprehension of the story we wanted to tell, and the spirits and myths woven into it,” Tan said, reflecting on the smooth production process. Don’t Cry, Butterfly follows the journey of mother Tam and her daughter, Ha, who set off on a motorcycle adventure after Tam discovers her husband’s infidelity. In h...

Challenges and Opportunities in the Cordyceps Industry of Dien Bien Province As the sun rises over the majestic mountains of Northwest Vietnam, the ethnic minorities of Dien Bien Province are already hard at work, tending to their precious crop of cordyceps mushrooms. This rare medicinal herb, known as “soft gold,” has long been revered for its therapeutic properties in both traditional and modern medicine. With its impressive nutritional profile and myriad health benefits, including immune-boosting and disease-fighting capabilities, cordyceps has captured the attention of consumers across Vietnam. Recognizing the immense potential of this natural resource, Dien Bien Province, blessed with favorable natural conditions, has embarked on a journey to cultivate and market high-quality cordyceps. The province’s vision is not only to create a thriving industry but also to empower the local ethnic communities by providing them with a stable source of income. Cordyceps is gaining tra...

The recent renovation project has transformed the area into an appealing and practical part of the city of Da Nang. Nguyen Minh Huy, director of the Da Nang Traffic and Agricultural Infrastructure Investment Project Management Board, confirmed to Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper on Sunday that the works to rejuvenate the landscape along Thang Long Street, from Asia Park to the border with Cam Le District, are now complete. This comprehensive project incorporated architectural and landscaping elements, including green spaces, public restrooms, fitness equipment, walkways, dedicated cycling lanes, and railings. These features were carefully designed to improve leisure and physical activity options for locals and tourists alike. Thang Long Street’s riverside sidewalk is adorned with a lush tree line, as seen in this photo taken in Da Nang, Vietnam. Photo: Doan Cuong / Tuoi Tre One of the project’s standout features was the selection of silver trumpet trees, chosen for their uni...

Vietnam is emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s most popular tourist destinations for international travelers and experts. More than 100,000 foreign experts are living and working in Vietnam. Ian Paynton, a British native, resides in Hanoi. He first traveled to Vietnam in 2007, and three years later, he decided to leave London for the Southeast Asian country for resettlement. Paynton has told The Insider seven dos and don’ts of a Vietnam visit for foreign tourists. Here are seven travel tips: Do not go around town while wearing swimsuits  According to Paynton, the beauty of Vietnam lies in elegance, so foreign visitors should not wear scanty swimwear while traveling to beaches, rivers or waterfalls. This is considered a taboo at temples and pagodas. In 2016, a foreign visitor was forced to leave a place of worship as the traveler wore shorts and a bra-styled shirt. Get accustomed to being barged Standing in line is not a habit in Vietnam, according to the foreigner. Th...